Compassionate Hospice Aide (CNA)

300 Gilchrist Hospice Care, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and generous PTO

Free parking

Monthly bus pass subsidy (85% paid)

Onsite fitness and wellness center

Job summary

Gilchrist Hospice Care, Inc. seeks a dedicated Hospice Aide to deliver bedside personal care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, feeding, and comfort measures, in accordance with the Plan of Care.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED and MD CNA registration, plus a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Prior acute or home care experience is preferred, with emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Maryland CNA registration.
• Licensed driver with insured vehicle in good standing.
• Experience in acute or home care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care: baths, oral hygiene, feeding, dressing, and linen changes.
• Ensure patient safety and proper use of equipment (side rails, O2, etc.).
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals; assist with shopping as needed.
• Record vital signs when ordered and observe patient condition changes.
• Assist with ambulation and prescribed exercises.
• Maintain patient living area cleanliness and organization.
• Provide respite for patient and family as appropriate.

Skills

Hospice philosophy

Oral and written communication

Death/dying care

Independent work

Facility communication

Hand-held devices

Empathy for patients

Education

High School diploma or GED

CNA registration (Maryland)

Tools

Electronic documentation

Job description

Gilchrist Hospice Care, Inc. seeks a dedicated Hospice Aide to deliver bedside personal care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, feeding, and comfort measures, in accordance with the Plan of Care.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED and MD CNA registration, plus a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Prior acute or home care experience is preferred, with emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered support.